1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1997 Rover 800
To start off, 1997 Rover 800 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 455 kg more than 1997 Rover 800.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1997 Rover 800 | |
Make | Dodge | Rover |
Model | Monaco | 800 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |